Daily Slop: Redskins Media Links Roundup

Washington Redskins QB thoughts: Kirk Cousins and more - ESPN
Yes, Griffin was named the starter entering 2015, but how long that lasts remains uncertain. He'll have to look good to keep that job. And if he hangs onto the job entering the season, I would not be surprised to see a quick hook. As I've written a few times, the coaches do like Cousins and there was a sense he got a raw deal last season (which suggests to me that not all the moves were of the coaches' doing). But if Griffin plays well, then the coaches would be thrilled. His talent is high; he just needs to play better. Keep in mind, others benefit if Griffin plays well. You can put up with anything if a player produces and your team wins.

Need to Know: Playing the odds predicting the Redskins’ 2015 O-line | Rich Tandler's Real Redskins
Here is what you need to know on this Thursday, March 5, five days before the Washington Redskins and the rest of the NFL start free agency. Nickel coverage Question of the day We’re going back to the NTK format we’ve been using since last month.

2015 Free Agency Outlook: Safeties
With free agency set to begin in less than two weeks, Redskins.com's Stephen Czarda previews the 2015 NFL free agent class. Today's focus is on the safeties.

Redskins free-agent needs: Defensive line - Washington Redskins Blog - ESPN
Taking a look at areas of need for the Washington Redskins entering free agency, having picked the brain of people in the NFL as well as my NFL Nation

Best of Redskins Late Night: Alfred Morris
Redskins running back, Alfred Morris, talks about the cold weather on Redskins Late Night.

NFC East Draft Winds: Rumors connecting players, NFL teams - NFL.com
College Football 24/7 takes a look at the buzz surrounding each team leading up to the 2015 NFL Draft, connecting prospects with their potential future NFL clubs.

Washington Redskins to host Tyvon Branch on Friday - ESPN
Safety has been a problem spot for years in Washington's lineup, and Oakland Raiders free agent could be part of the solution.

Center Ali Marpet and defensive end Randy Gregory's combine experience
"NFL Total Access" takes you behind the scenes at the 2015 NFL Scouting Combine where two explosive prospects proved their skills and themselves.

Redskins sign strong safety Duke Ihenacho to new contract - Washington Times

Ihenacho, a strong safety who played in only three games last season before breaking a bone in his left foot, has signed a new contract with the Redskins, the team announced Wednesday.

Portis Learned From Adam Schefter He Was Traded " CBS DC

On the 11th anniversary of his trade to Washington, Clinton Portis remembers how and where he heard the big news.

Patriots fail to pick up Vince Wilfork's option, ending an era | Shutdown Corner - Yahoo Sports

From Yahoo Sports: Patriots nose tackle Vince Wilfork found out Tuesday night that the only NFL team he has known will not pick up his option.